Unstereotyping

Write down a list of some character archetypes. For example:

cheerleader
jock
kindergarten teacher
priest
fashion designer

Take these archetypes and make a list of some stereotypical characteristics of each one. If more than one general stereotype exists, pick one (e.g. mean Cheerleader vs. bubbly cheerleader). Next, list some places where each character might be found.

Cheerleader
Bubbly
Friendly
Naive
Promiscuous

School
Sports event
Party
Sorority

Once you've down this with each character pick two of them and place them both in one of their expected places. Begin writing the story with each character following their stereotype to the letter. Create an exception for one character; create an exception for the other, and wrap up the story.